<p>Ok, so I'm doing my questionnaire which is due in a few days, and I'm stuck on this question. Can you guys just give me some advice on what you would say. Obviously I'm going to personalize it so that it's about me, I'm just somewhat stuck on what to say.</p>
<p>What are your top 3 concerns about the habits/activities of your future roommate(s) and if you could build the perfect roommate, what qualities would they possess? Please consider social behaviors, personality, study habits, and alternative lifestyles.</p>
<p>It all really depends on what you want in a roommate. Some common things to consider are: sleeping habits (Do they stay up late or get up early? Are you a light sleeper? Would you be okay if they are?), study habits (Do they study with music? Do you need it to be quiet when you study? Will either of you study in the room?), guests (Are you okay with overnight guests? And for how long?), cleanliness (Are you messy? Are they? Do you want the room to be really clean?), and sharing (Are you willing to share things with them, like food, appliances, etc?).</p>
<p>Those always seemed to be recurring themes when anyone had problems with their roommates, but there are probably many others. You just have to think about things that would annoy you in a roommate, or maybe habits you have that would annoy others.</p>
<p>Another thing to consider is partying habits. If you are okay with a roommate who keeps alcohol in the room (maybe because you intend to do the same), you maybe want to give a subtle nudge in that direction. One of my kids had a roommate who kept alcohol in the room – my kid was a very light drinker and didn’t want to get in trouble, so this was an issue. Maybe say something about “I enjoy a party, and hope my roommate does too”? Or… come right out and say what you don’t want if you want a lighter partying roommate. I think the people who review these are not easily shocked.</p>